Glossary

caisson

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1. A watertight structure or chamber, within which work is carried on in building foundations or structures below water level. […]

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A pile of stones heaped up for a landmark, memorial, or monument; a tumulus.

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In Ireland, ancient stonework thought to have been intended for defensive work for a church or for several sacred buildings.

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A system of concrete reinforcement bars; see illustration under reinforcing rods.

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A column enclosed in a casing, 2, usually by a fire-rated material; also see column casing.

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1. Any rigid, reinforced assembly, ready for placing in position. 2. A metal enclosure for balcony spotlights. 3. A chantry

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Same as shouldered arch.

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A pointed steel hand drill, which is struck with a hammer; used to chip off small pieces of masonry or

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A prefix signifying a fortified wall, castle, or city, occurring in place names in Wales and parts of western and